For the month I budget about $300 for 2+ bun in the oven. This includes all household items too, paper towel/toilet paper etc. I live in NY so there are plenty of stores to choose from. I clip coupons and many times I find an awesome sale going on when the coupons are first advertised and I use that opportunity to stock up. 2 weeks ago I clipped a $1 off coupon for 2 huge packs of Charmin TP and the Family Dollar store here had these huge packs on sale for $5 (normally $10). I also do it in the grocery store! I also stick to the basics as far as meals go. I also won't spend more than $2/lb of meat. So steak is a TREAT for us.